Health status indicators

Health status indicators are measurements used to assess the overall health of a population or individual. They include factors like life expectancy, which shows average age at death; disease prevalence, indicating how common certain illnesses are; mortality rates, reflecting how many people die from specific causes; and health behaviors, such as smoking or exercise habits. These indicators help identify health risks, track progress over time, and guide healthcare planning, ensuring resources are effectively targeted to improve health outcomes for communities and individuals alike.